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adverb

ˈsəm-ˌtīm How to pronounce sometime (audio)
Definition of sometimenext
as in eventually
at a later time we'll get around to it sometime

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sometime

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adjective

as in former
having been such at some previous time a sometime athlete who's gotten awfully fat

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Recent Examples of sometime
Adverb
Artificial was then rescued by Neon (after Netflix, A24 and Focus Features reportedly passed), which plans to release the film sometime later this year in order to qualify for this year’s Oscar race. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026 People can also provide feedback on capital improvement projects that may be paid for in a bond in a community engagement survey that district officials said will be distributed sometime in October. — Morgan Matzen, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 25 Aug. 2026
Adjective
That’s according to a new report from SAE International’s (and sometime Ars contributor) Roberto Baldwin. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 2 June 2026 Actress and sometime performance artist Tilda Swinton will stage a performance at the Guggenheim Bilbao next month. — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sometime
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sometime
  1. eventually
  2. former
  3. someday
  4. old
  5. finally
  6. late
  7. soon
  8. erstwhile
Adverb
  • Members of a local self-defense citizens brigade eventually intervened by firing warning shots into the air to stop the attack.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Dejuan White, a veteran performer in the scene, has watched Kansas City’s ballroom community develop since 2006 and wants the city to eventually become a destination for competitors across the country.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of eventually
Adjective
  • Subramanyam said his calls were monitored between March and May, noting that at the time the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee was pushing for former Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Thompson, who is the son of a former state lawmaker, was sentenced to 58 years in prison.
    — Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of former
Adverb
  • But the United States, Canada, and Mexico may someday want to attract more Chinese investment that does not pose security risks, especially in high-tech sectors that might benefit North American competitiveness.
    — Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Maybe someday, that will be fodder for a fabulous conversation on Ultimate Girls Trip.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of someday
Adjective
  • The Dune star has five older half siblings from her father’s previous relationship.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Newcastle had depleted full-back resources and Jaissle was convinced the 24-year-old’s athleticism was ideal.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of old
Adverb
  • By the end of that first part, Russia had invaded Ukraine, TV Rain had been fully banned, and all of Loktev’s subjects had finally left their country.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Beneath the cringe internet overshare was a welcome indication that the vaginal microbiome has finally moved from an obscure area of medical research into mainstream conversation.
    — Amy Francombe, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of finally
Adjective
  • Many questions are set to be answered on Tuesday, and The Athletic will bring you all the latest through our dedicated live coverage.
    — Leon Imber, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • At this late juncture in the season, the instability of the Akira One’s revolving-door crew is taking its toll.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of late
Adverb
  • Those hoping the Iran war ends soon currently face disappointment.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
  • This was prompted by Moises Caicedo’s fitness — deemed unable to appear against Fulham and coming on late against Brighton before hobbling off again soon after.
    — Jon Mackenzie, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of soon
Adjective
  • Canada on Tuesday announced retaliatory tariffs of up to 50% percent on around $20 billion worth of US products, in an expanding trade war between the erstwhile allies.
    — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Constructed in the late 19th century, the erstwhile residence joined Grand Hotel Timeo in 1929 when the properties’ owners married.
    — Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of erstwhile

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“Sometime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sometime. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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